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Featured Project / Mason and Wales Architecture

A well designed urban haven in amongst the concrete jungle of Auckland’s suburb, Westmere. The clients had a strong appreciation for good design and quality materials which made this project a pleasure to be apart of.   Entirely custom built cabinetry engulfs almost every room of this home, from the kitchen through to the living, […]

This Freemans Bay, Auckland renovation is a wonderful example of revitalising an existing lovely villa. This villa was completely modernised, transforming this home’s appeal but maintaining the look of the existing villa’s charm. The owners of this villa are also renovating the adjoining villa. They were clear they wished to keep the integrity of both […]

This cabin stands alone, nestled in a patch of native bush, with punga ferns acting as sentinels and the hustle and bustle of modern day living a distant memory. The simplicity of the design is intentional. This award winning cabin, thoughtfully designed by DCA Architects, distances itself from civilisation and with a pared back footprint, […]

Welcome to 4A Charles Street – a true testament to exceptional design and meticulous craftsmanship, nestled on a 580sqm site and savouring a prime waterfront position in Westshore. Every detail from the carefully considered materials to the thoughtfully planned exterior, blend to create a home and lifestyle that holds unmatchable appeal. With uninterrupted waterfront views, […]

Lunix Homes’ latest show home oozes sophistication and exceptional quality – hallmarks of a company that places great importance on vision, innovation and attention to detail. The four-bedroom pavilion home incorporates striking features, that are evident as soon as you arrive – the Euro-style roofing, striking metallic brick paired with a dark vertical weatherboard, accentuates […]

Mark and Anneke Freeman poured so much of their heart and soul into their new home that they decided to get married there as well. Built by Mark Price Builders, this large lavish 590sqm home situated between the Bombay Hills and Pukekohe is elevated just enough for expansive views out every window.   Built of […]

This Canterbury masterpiece earned Mike Greer Homes a Top 100 place and a regional Gold award in the new Home $1 million – $1.5 million category at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition in 2022. Clean, razor-edge lines greet you when you walk up the driveway, along with the charcoal metal and […]

Fast Fox Construction is the name behind this remarkable new residence in Tapuae Country Estate, a showcase of contemporary design, expert craftsmanship, and enduring quality. Based in New Plymouth, the award winning building company is known for bespoke architectural projects that reflect each client’s vision, whether luxury homes or versatile cabin solutions. Their forward thinking […]

Megan & Darryl (Willis) Williams are the owner operators of Nautical Homes, which was established in 2018.  The couple have provided a platform to promote their range of coastal inspired building plans. Based in beautiful Whitianga, our award-winning builders can build your dream into reality. As Master Builders, we strive to provide high quality craftsmanship on every […]

A perfect blend of nature and design Edged with rich native bush flush with manuka and kanuka the home blends wonderfully with the natural landscape. As to not take away from the stunning beauty of the bush, the architects specified red beech exterior panelling paired with Long Run cladding for durability. Inside, a simple palette […]

Tucked away in Merivale with a sense of grandeur, this Fleetwood Construction award-winning build is striking and elegant. The entranceway, nestled beneath one of the cantilevered crowns, draws your eye, enticing you inside. Designed by O’Neil Architecture, the company concentrated on keeping the forms and detailing simple and well-proportioned.   By opting for a ‘less […]

The aim of this beautiful North Shore project was to provide luxury and comfort for the owners of this beachfront luxury home. Design on James owner Lynette Lochhead is based in Tauranga and provides interior design consultancy and procurement for new builds and major renovations in the residential market.   Her work covers right across […]

This low maintenance home in Napier won Gearey Homes the East Coast Registered Master Builder House of the Year regional category (New Home $450,000-$600,000) in 2019. Private and super-secure, the twin-gable house with its open-plan living forms the nucleus of everyday life, designed for functional family times and indoor-outdoor entertaining.  The scullery is a brilliant […]

The 323m2, 2021-built residence is a testament to the harmonious fusion of nature and modern design. The living area offers a modern designer kitchen and spacious scullery, formal lounge, dining and entrance foyer. The living areas have been tastefully separated by a double-sided fireplace, allowing privacy of areas without being completely separated. The large master […]

Wrought Iron Specialists in Auckland create centrepieces for homes and businesses that are timeless, and represent the company’s passion for blacksmithing. Some of their work can be found in well known hotels and resorts throughout New Zealand, including most recently the famous Eichardts Hotel in Queenstown, with its beautiful new chandeliers. “Our clients range from […]

About The Project The site had big views, so the idea was to capture them in a big way. The outcome: a stunning two-storey five- bedroom home designed to make the most of the Coromandel Peninsula coastal vistas. Perched on a steep site overlooking one of New Zealand’s best-known beaches, the 326sqm north-facing house is […]

This Taupo showhome is Design Builders’ modern take on classic New Zealand country house style. The expertly designed floor plan makes the most of spectacular views across the lake and beyond to Mt Tauhara.     Carefully positioned to maximise sun, the covered outdoor areas, on the east and north, extend the living space into […]